A whole-home humidifier is an appliance connected to a water supply and installed in your ductwork near your home's HVAC unit. It delivers water vapor throughout the ducts and into the rooms of the home, allowing you to adjust and control interior humidity levels. Here’s a closer look at how this benefits your home.

Why Does a Home Need a Humidifier?

1. Enjoy Healthier Air

Dry air saps much-needed moisture from your nasal passages and sinuses, resulting in stuffy noses, sore throats, and uncomfortable breathing. This dryness can make restful sleep a challenge by exacerbating snoring issues.

Meanwhile, those with allergies tend to experience more flare-ups in dry conditions, as there isn't enough moisture present in the air to trap and reduce allergens. A whole-home humidifier dispenses water vapor that raises humidity levels to provide healthier, more breathable, more comfortable air throughout the home.

2. Protect Your Furnishings

If you have wood furniture, doors, walls, trim, or baseboards, dry air may cause them to warp or even break. This is especially concerning for antique wood furniture, which is more vulnerable to the ill effects of dry air.

Dry air can also damage the paper of artwork, books, and photos, and it can dry out the adhesives of the tape and glue that hold papers together or to walls. Moister air is an easy solution that will protect your furnishings and the beauty of your home.

3. Save Money

Living in Ohio, you've likely experienced more than a few humid days. During the summer, the increased moisture in the air makes the day feel warmer than it actually is. This same principle can be applied to your home with a whole-house humidifier. When fall and winter arrive, running the humidifier will insert a steady supply of moisture into the air and make the home feel warmer. You'll use your furnace less and see savings on your HVAC bill.

Enjoy these benefits and more when you install a whole-home humidifier. Anderson Automatic Heating & Cooling has been serving the Cincinnati, OH, area since 1929. They offer a wide variety of HVAC services, including humidifier, cooling, and heating system installations. They’re also the region’s premier source for HVAC repairs and air quality inspections. Request a quote for a humidifier by calling the team at (513) 574-0005 or visit their website to explore their services.